February 12, 2015, 1:42PM

The Somerset County Park Commission Therapeutic Recreation Department and Lord Stirling Stable are seeking volunteers to assist with the T.R.A.I.L.S (Therapeutic Recreation Adapted Instruction at Lord Stirling) program on Tuesday or Wednesday evenings beginning March 31 and April 1, 2015. Two class options are available each evening from 6:15 P.M. to 7:30 P.M. and from 7:15 P.M. to 8:30 P.M.... Full story »

February 12, 2015, 9:36AM

The Naturalists at the Somerset County Park Commission Environmental Education Center will present "An Astronomy Adventure" on Saturday, February 21, 2015 from 6:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. at 190 Lord Stirling Road in Basking Ridge, New Jersey. Family & friends with children age 10 years and older accompanied by a parent will enjoy a presentation by Paul Cirillo, member of... Full story »

February 11, 2015, 9:00AM

Individuals looking for brisk weekly walk are invited to join a weekly walking group that meets every Wednesday at 9:30 A.M. at the Duke Island Visitor's Center for a healthy walk through Duke Island Park along a beautiful stretch of the Raritan River. Coffee, tea, and treats will be provided. For information call 908-722-1200, ext. 226. Duke Island Park is... Full story »

February 10, 2015, 12:42PM

Come to Bernardsville Public Library on Saturday, February 28 at 2:00 pm to meet Alan A. Siegel, author of Disaster! Stories of Destruction and Death in 19th Century New Jersey. Mr. Siegel's book brings readers face-to-face with twenty-eight of the deadliest natural and human-caused calamities to strike New Jersey between 1821 and 1906, ranging from horrific transportation accidents to uncontrolled... Full story »

February 10, 2015, 12:13PM

- In a continuing effort to educate people on methods of saving energy and reducing the individual "carbon footprint," the Somerset County Park Commission Environmental Education Center has organized its 7th annual "Eco-Rally," a friendly challenge to help preserve our environment. The annual event has attracted over 1,000 participants each year. Beginning Wednesday, April 1 and concluding Wednesday, April 15,... Full story »

February 10, 2015, 9:48AM

Understanding that economic conditions can adversely impact the financial condition of non-profit agencies, the Somerset County Business Partnership has taken a proactive stance with the recent establishment of the "Non-Profit Council." Comprised of non-profit leaders, the Council will focus on development and implementation of collaborative initiatives among agencies that will help promote agendas and increase operational efficiency. The organizational meeting... Full story »

February 09, 2015, 2:04PM

The Somerset County Business Partnership has announced that Doris E. (Dee) Zampella has been selected as the 65th Somerset County Outstanding Citizen of the Year. The award is given annually to one person for exemplary efforts demonstrating creativity, vision, leadership, and citizenship by providing volunteer efforts and business-related initiatives to programs and activities that positively impact the welfare, economic vitality,... Full story »

February 09, 2015, 12:40PM

The next meeting of Bernardsville Library's inspirational workshop series, "Live Your Most Fulfilling Life," will be held on Wednesday, February 25 at 7:00 pm. Led by Andrea Mastrobattista, this workshop is designed to help people who feel they are not yet living the life they were meant to live, or have aspects of their lives that need improvement. Ms. Mastrobattista... Full story »

February 09, 2015, 9:51AM

The Neshanic Garden Club will hold its regular monthly meeting at 9:45 a.m. on Thursday, February 26, 2015 at the Montgomery United Methodist Church, 117 Sunset Rd. off Route 206 South in Belle Mead. The meeting will begin with a Flower Arranging Enrichment Segment presented by Jean Stives, demonstrating the element of Light and the principle of Balance in her... Full story »

February 06, 2015, 12:11PM

Join us at Bernardsville Public Library on Sunday, February 22 at 3:00 pm for a free concert by New Jersey's most popular swing combo. The Richard Reiter Swing Band will perform familiar standards from the swing era, and the audience is invited both to listen and dance to their exciting music. The group features Mr. Reiter on saxophone, clarinet and... Full story »

February 06, 2015, 11:56AM

The staff at Lord Stirling Stable will present "Meet the Ponies," a program designed for horse enthusiasts age 7 to 9 years. The session is scheduled for Sunday, February 15, 2015 from 9:00 A.M. to 10:30 A.M. at the Stable located at 256 South Maple Avenue in Basking Ridge, New Jersey. The program is ideal for individual non-riders and riders,... Full story »

February 06, 2015, 9:53AM

The Somerset County Park Commission Environmental Education Center at 190 Lord Stirling Road in Basking Ridge has scheduled the following Naturalist-led programs to help children and adults enjoy the wonders of nature during the winter months in Somerset County. The Environmental Education Center provides many entertaining and educational programs for children and adults year around. Pre-registration is required for programs... Full story »

February 05, 2015, 10:15AM

Lord Stirling Stable staff will present a new program, "Horse Herd Observation" on Sunday, February 15, 2015 from 7:45 A.M. to 8:30 A.M. with check-in at 7:30 A.M. The Stable is located at 256 South Maple Avenue in Basking Ridge, New Jersey. "Horse Herd Observation" is a 45 minute program to introduce basic horse psychology and herd behaviors. Participants will... Full story »

February 04, 2015, 3:30PM

The Somerset County Park Commission Environmental Education Center, in partnership with The Willow School, will present a screening of the award-winning film "School's Out: Lesson from a Forest Kindergarten" on Tuesday, March 24, 2015 at 1:00 P.M., Wednesday, March 25, 2015 at 7:00 P.M., and Thursday, March 26 at 1:00 P.M. at the Environmental Education Center, 190 Lord Stirling Road,... Full story »

February 03, 2015, 2:18PM

Saturday Dog Walks on the trails at Lord Stirling Park at Somerset County Park Commission Lord Stirling Stable are now running on the later Fall/Winter schedule. The Friends of Lord Stirling Stable host the weekly event on the Stable grounds at 256 South Maple Avenue. Check-in time for owners and their pets will begin every Saturday at 10:15 A.M. The... Full story »